Career Training Path › Florida › Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, Florida · Public
Address: 4200 Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33461 · Phone: (561) 967-7222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Palm Beach State College is a public trade and career school in Lake Worth, Florida, offering EMT training, cosmetology, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by SACS and other bodies.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Palm Beach State College carry a median debt of $7,081 and earn a median of $41,923 ten years after entry; campus-specific completion rate versus the state average of 70.5% is not reported.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Palm Beach State College; the school does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,120 | $39,870 | $47,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $31,970 | $48,260 | $62,990 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,390 | $76,750 | $82,650 |
| Nursing assistants | $34,350 | $37,510 | $42,310 |
| Medical records specialists | $36,330 | $45,760 | $59,230 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,200 | $50,640 | $60,600 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
| Medical assistants | $35,880 | $43,680 | $46,800 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
| Dental hygienists | $75,960 | $91,980 | $96,060 |
| Dental assistants | $37,800 | $47,620 | $54,690 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,270 | $62,440 | $75,170 |
| Electricians | $38,190 | $57,250 | $61,900 |
| Machinists | $39,870 | $57,140 | $63,860 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 137 | $48,009 | $36,132 | $4,025 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 118 | $20,122 | $16,169 | $4,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 69 | $20,122 | $16,169 | $4,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 64 | $20,122 | $16,169 | $4,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 63 | $48,009 | $36,132 | $4,025 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 38 | $45,649 | $35,420 | $6,014 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 28 | $28,325 | $30,771 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 24 | $50,421 | $42,682 | $11,250 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 20 | $28,325 | $30,771 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $45,649 | $35,420 | $6,014 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $36,340 | $36,674 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $48,009 | $36,132 | $4,025 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $19,246 | $24,421 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $50,421 | $42,682 | $11,250 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 14 | $48,015 | $48,432 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $48,009 | $36,132 | $4,025 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $50,421 | $42,682 | $11,250 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $28,325 | $30,771 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $28,325 | $30,771 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 10 | $50,421 | $42,682 | $11,250 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $25,024 | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $48,009 | $36,132 | $4,025 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $36,340 | $36,674 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means the cohort was too small to publish.
About this school
Palm Beach State College is a public college in Lake Worth, Florida, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. Its 29 trade and career programs span fields like EMT and paramedic training, cosmetology, auto mechanics, dental hygiene, welding, and electrical work, with EMT & paramedic training (224 completers), cosmetology (182 completers), and auto mechanic training (71 completers) as the largest programs.
Federal data shows 792 trade program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 21,956. The statewide average completion rate is 70.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,081, and median earnings ten years after entry are $41,923. About 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This large-suburb campus offers a mix of short career-training programs and longer associate-degree pathways, which can suit both recent high school graduates and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the College Scorecard or by contacting the school, since not every metric is available at the campus level.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Palm Beach State College offers 29 trade and career programs, with the largest being EMT & paramedic training (224 completers), cosmetology (182 completers), and auto mechanic training (71 completers). Other program families include welding, dental hygiene, dental assisting, electrician training, and CNC machining.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Institutional accreditation comes from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus-specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate is 70.5%, for reference.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,081, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $41,923, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (561) 967-7222 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Palm Beach State College is a public institution, which typically means lower in-state tuition and eligibility for state-supported funding compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly to confirm the duration of individual programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?136358, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter career-training programs and longer associate-degree pathways, which may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported in the data provided.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (561) 967-7222 to confirm requirements for specific programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Palm Beach State College by phone at (561) 967-7222 or visit its website at https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare specific programs across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.